Create a Cozy Christmas Front Porch Setup
Text by Holly Seng As the holidays draw near, extend your outdoor decorations beyond the front door with an enchanting porch display. Photography by John O’Hagan, Styling by Maghan Armstrong Chase away...
View ArticleLooking Back at Our Top-Performing Posts for 2023
As another year draws to a close, we find ourselves more in love with cozy, cottage style—and extra thankful for our readers who share a fondness for this heartwarming aesthetic. From relaxing...
View Article10 Snow-Covered Cottages to Inspire You This Winter
Text by Holly Seng Whether or not you consider yourself to be a winter person, there’s something to be said about the beauty of a snow-covered exterior—especially when you can enjoy it from the warmth...
View ArticleThese Before and After Images Are Beyond Inspiring
Text by Bethany Adams There’s nothing more inspiring than seeing a space transformed—which is why we’ve pulled together a few of our favorite examples. From kitchen renovations to exterior makeovers,...
View ArticleTop Trends for Outdoor Living in 2024
Spring has arrived, bringing with it the promise of delightful mornings transitioning into warm afternoons. As we eagerly anticipate the long summer days ahead, envision yourself immersed in the joy of...
View ArticleA South Carolina Vacation Farmhouse Becomes This Family’s Full-Time Home
Text by Elizabeth Czapski After a decade of enjoying their vacation home on 140 acres of verdant working farmland in South Carolina, Leslie and Bob Harris decided to make a permanent move to their...
View ArticleSwing into Porch Season with These Style Ideas
Text by Katie Ellis Nothing says country living quite like a pitcher of fresh lemonade on a welcoming front porch. Make the most of your outdoor living space by creating a room before you even open the...
View ArticleThe Transformation of This Midcentury Cottage Brought Breathtaking Results
Text by Holly Seng Nestled in the picturesque Morningside neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, Tara and Randy Parrish’s 1940s cottage underwent a dramatic transformation—both inside and out. A coat of...
View ArticleBeat the Heat with These Unparalleled Pool Spaces
Text by Bethany Adams Summer is upon us, and what better way to cool down is there than spending the day poolside? Splash into these outdoor spaces designed to make the season a time for fun and...
View Article9 Patriotic Porches to Inspire You This Summer
Text by Claire Pool Whether you’re soaking in the warm weather lakeside or enjoying a glass of lemonade outdoors, a touch of red, white, and blue is sure to enhance the long days all the more. Kick off...
View ArticleUsher in a Beautiful New Season of Growth with Window Box Blooms
Text by Katie Ellis A flowering window box is as iconic to one’s cottage curb appeal as a white picket fence or welcoming front porch. Let these simple tips be your guide as you try your hand at a...
View ArticleThis Nantucket Guest Cottage was Inspired by History
Text by Bethany Adams Visit Beth and Fred Singer’s three-story guest cottage on Nantucket, Massachusetts, and you may find it difficult to believe that the structure was built in 2008. “The design team...
View ArticleFall in Love with Our New Autumn Issue!
Delve into the splendor of the season with our new Autumn issue. From dreamy tablescapes to gracious gardens and timeless interiors, this issue is packed with inspiration for bringing nature’s...
View ArticleIt’s National Hammock Day and These Serene Swings Are Calling Our Name
Text by Holly Seng Summer is at its height, and today, we’re celebrating the porch swing’s easygoing counterpart: the hammock. From portability to comfort, these carefree contraptions are perfect for...
View Article7 Festive Spaces to Celebrate Christmas in July
Text by Holly Seng Whether you’re embracing Christmas in July or getting a head start on your holiday decorating plans, our Christmas in the Cottage book captures the magic of the season. Step into a...
View ArticleStep Up Your Curb Appeal with These Stylish Door Knockers
Text by Holly Seng Curb appeal and the all-important first impression are front and center when it comes to the unparalleled craftmanship artisan Michael Healy brings to the design of his artful door...
View Article4 Fresh & Festive Wreath Ideas to Decorate with This Fall
Text by Holly Seng With autumn’s arrival just days away, we can’t think of a warmer welcome to the season than an artfully fashioned wreath. From dried florals to, fresh fruit, pine cones, and more,...
View ArticleCheck Out This Classic Fall Front Porch Setup
Text by Elizabeth Czapski As crisp leaves begin their annual dance upon the brisk breezes of fall rolling in, treat passersby to a prismatic color show with the signature treasures of the season’s...
View Article8 Enchanting Fall Front Porch Displays
Text by Holly Seng ’Tis the season for porches piled with pumpkins in a spectrum of shapes and sizes joined by baskets budding with beautiful blooms. It’s no secret that we love a front...
View ArticleFrench-Country Style Comes to California in This Autumn Home Tour
Text by Cindy Cooper Having been in the construction business for more than 30 years in the San Gabriel Valley of Southern California, Tom and Mary Rose Courtney decided the time had come to build...
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